Road blocked, SH1 / Vivian Street, Wellington

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Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1 / Vivian Street intersecting Taranaki Street in central Wellington is blocked following a crash involving a car and a bus. The incident was reported to emergency services around 8.25am. No injuries are reported. Motorists are advised to avoid the area due to heavy traffic. Police are directing traffic…

Lane blocked, SH 2, Remutaka Hill

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Source: New Zealand Police The westbound lane on State Highway 2, Remutaka Hill is blocked due to a truck breakdown this morning, that happened about 5.45am. No injuries are reported. Motorists are urged to delay travel or expect delays as traffic moves slowly past the scene. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre

Fatal crash, Hunterville

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 1, Hunterville this afternoon. The two-vehicle crash near the intersection with Vinegar Hill Road was reported about 1:10pm. One person died at the scene, three others were treated for moderate injuries. State Highway 1 has since re-opened. We…

Appeal for information following crash, Papakōwhai

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Source: New Zealand Police Wellington Police are seeking information relating to a crash in Porirua on Thursday 18 June. The crash involving a car and a scooter on Whitford Brown Ave, Papakōwhai occurred just before 7:40am. The person on the scooter sustained moderate injuries. As part of Police enquiries into this crash, we’re keen to…

Serious crash: Waimarama Road, Hastings

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Source: New Zealand Police Two people have serious injuries after a two-car collision at Tuki Tuki, Hastings, this afternoon. Emergency services were called to the crash on Waimarama Road, between McLean and Matangi roads, about 3.45pm. The road is likely to remain closed for some time while emergency services work at the scene. Traffic management…

Greens commit to tax the super-rich and large corporates fairly, cut income tax for 96%

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Source: Green Party The Green Party has announced their 2026 tax policy ‘a tax system for all of us’ today. Green Party Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says, “All New Zealanders deserve the opportunity to thrive. Today we are proud to announce a tax policy that will tackle inequality and corporate greed to rebuild our country and put…

Serious crash, SH1 Hunterville

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Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious two-vehicle crash on SH1, Hunterville, near the intersection with Vinegar Hill Road. Police were called about 1.10pm.  Initial reports suggest there have been serious injuries. The road will be closed, with diversions in place.  Please avoid the area if possible.  ENDS  Issued…

Operation North pumps the brakes on anti-social road users

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Source: New Zealand Police Canterbury Police successfully disrupted a planned anti-social road user gathering last night, issuing a large number of infringements, green and pink stickers, and impounding vehicles. The night began in Rangiora, where vehicles had gathered in a commercial carpark before leaving the area and headed towards Swannanoa. However the group’s movements were…

Name release, fatal crash, Kinleith

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in a position to release the name of the man who died following a crash on Kauri Road on Thursday 17 June. He was 29-year-old Benjamin Eric Russell, of Tokoroa. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of…

Fatal crash, Kerikeri

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Source: New Zealand Police One person has died after a two-vehicle crash on Kerikeri Inlet Road, Kerikeri, last night. Emergency services were called to the scene about 8.30pm. One person passed away a short time later. Another person was seriously injured. The Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene, and enquiries into the circumstances of…

Government amps up Rockquest funding

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government has increased annual funding for events delivered by Rockquest Promotions by $50,000 per year, acknowledging the rising costs for these events, Education Minister Erica Stanford announced today. “This brings the annual funding to $1.765 million to support programmes such as Smokefree Rockquest, Smokefree Tangata Beats, Bandquest, Showquest, OnScreen, Stills,…

Fatal crash: Great Barrier Island

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Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a serious crash on Great Barrier Island this afternoon. Emergency services were called to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Mulberry Grove Road and Shoal Bay Road at around 12.20pm. Sadly, one person was located deceased at the scene. There are no other reports of…

Successful debut of International Symposium on Emergency Response and Aeromedical Services in Hong Kong

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 June 2026 – Hong Kong’s Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inaugural three-day International Symposium on Emergency Response and Aeromedical Services (ISERAS) (June 16-18), bringing together more than 230 policymakers, experts and academics, and industry representatives from over 70 institutions and accredited organisations. … Read more

Swire Coca-Cola HK Refreshes the 2026 Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Festival with Giant Festive Installation at the Avenue of Stars

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 June 2026 – Bringing a refreshing wave to a beloved cultural tradition, Swire Coca-Cola HK has become the Official Beverage Sponsor for the “2026 Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races”, organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board. Running from 19 June … Read more

New Zealand prepared and watching as bird flu detected in Australia

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Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand is well prepared to respond if bird flu reaches our shores, but it is important that everyone takes steps now to be ready, says Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard. “Since the H5N1 strain of bird flu started spreading around the world, New Zealand’s geographical isolation has protected us and given…

99.5 per cent benefiting from KiwiSaver change

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Source: New Zealand Government 99.5 per cent of people contributing to KiwiSaver through their wages or salaries can look forward to greater security in retirement thanks to the increase in contribution rates, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says.  “Almost three months after the default contribution rate for the scheme was lifted, only half a per cent…

Fatal crash,Gisborne

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Patutahi, west of Gisborne. The single vehicle crash on Wharekopae Road was reported at around 5:20pm yesterday. One person died at the scene, while multiple others were injured in the crash, including two seriously. Anyone who witnessed the crash or…

Fatal crash: SH1, Johnsonville Porirua Motorway

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 1, north of Wellington, yesterday. The two-vehicle crash between the Tawa-Grenada North on-ramp and the Churton Park-Glenside off-ramp was reported about 4:40pm. A second person sustained critical injuries. The road opened shortly before 11pm after the Serious Crash…

iQOO 15R Named Official Gaming Phone for 2026 Asian Games Esports Qualifiers: Honor of Kings

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Source: Media Outreach The performance-focused smartphone will support tournament-level mobile gameplay with stable performance, responsive controls and sustained power. DONGGUAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 June 2026 – iQOO, a smartphone brand built for high-performance mobile gaming experiences, today announced that the iQOO 15R has been named the Official Gaming Phone for the … Read more